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Publication of Sense and Sensibility
- When
- October 1811
- Where
- London, United Kingdom
Thomas Egerton published Austen's debut novel in London in October 1811, issued anonymously as 'By a Lady' on commission.
The novel, originally titled 'Elinor and Marianne', was accepted by Thomas Egerton in 1811. It was published in three volumes in London. The title page credited the work to 'By a Lady', reflecting the anonymity common for novelists. Austen bore the financial risk under the commission publishing model.
Sources
- Sense and Sensibility Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28
- Jane Austen Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28
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